Thank you for the awesome compliments about Albuquerque!!!! I was born and raised here and I wouldnt change it for the world. Its a very unique and mysterious place and its home. Thanks again for the awesome compliments about Albuquerque!!!!
Abq has turned into another crappy rat race. Never used 2be like that. Too many ppl wreck everything.....ppl used 2be patient and kind here. Too much city growth, population wise. Changed it for the worse. Not the better.
You're so right, I loved walking to the bus stops on campus everyday only to be approached my mentally ill homeless people that would scream obscenities at me and stand in the middle of streets. I loved seeing needles all over the ground, and watching girls nervously laugh off advances from sketchy men while on the bus with no way to escape. Albuquerque is so classy
I lived in Albuquerque for like 5 years for work, after about a year I hated it and had a lot of bad things to say about it and the way the people are, after moving back to Brooklyn I got shot again, riding a motorcycle in NYC is a experience in itself, I forgot how much it rained in NY, I started to think about my experience in New Mexico and I started to think there were a lot of good times, the weather was awesome, the bike culture was popping,I was paying $1,600 a month for a large 3 bedroom house in ABQ, now I’m paying $4,000 a month for a house a little bigger but in NY, makes me want to go back for a visit with a open mind.
ABQ ain't that bad if you stay near Rio rancho / bernalillo. Pretty safe too. Nob Hill and Old Towne have some decent spots too. Every city got it's crime but if you stay off central and stay in the better areas it's nothing too bad. I just moved out here a lil under a month. I came from central FL where there has been 3 shootings 10 mins from my old apartment so it's nothing I could ever be scared of, Pasco has hella drugs lmao. They have every store you could think of /most restaurants and chain places. Haven't really been out a whole lot as I started a new job. Love it though. It's rained like 4-5 times since I got here, been pretty windy gets a lil chilly at night for a desert. Views are phenomenal everywhere.
I absolutely love living in New Mexico.. I spend a lot of time hiking, backpacking and soaking in hot springs and it still never fails to take my breath away!! ❤️❤️❤️.. I can eat green chile just about everyday and never get tired..
I have lived in Albuquerque for 5 years now. I love it here, although it does have some problems. I think that it is important to mention that this is a desert and some years there are major water restrictions. Albuquerque is a multi-cultural city, with much of the population hispanic and Spanish surnamed. Many of our residences have been living in this area and city for generations, long before NM was a state. Some before the Spanish even laid claim to this land. Many of my friends are Native Americans. So I think it is important for anyone coming to live in my city they need to know that this city is full of all kinds of people and they deserve respect. I too am living in Rio Rancho right now and I can support the crazy amount of underdevelopment in this area. But there is a lot of growth in Rio Rancho, with new housing developments being built north and west of what appears to be the Rio Rancho downtown area. The actual "city center" near where I live seems at the moment to be in the middle of no where along with the satellite campus of CNM, but slowly and steadly they are building up the town. I think Albuquerque and all of New Mexico is wonderful, as are the people. I may have been born and raised in Colorado, but New Mexico is my home.
Well said. I’m sick of transplants coming here and bitching to no end and then leaving and shitting all over the city because it wasn’t a utopia. Yeah, nowhere in this country is a utopia, so WTF are they even whining about? Like their cars can’t get stolen in Denver or Philly, or any city of any real size.
I ve been many times is the states even Keys W, ABQ is inspired me 2018, I found the City very mysterious and really enchanted so after many trips from Europe I moved to that city and I love it.
As a native of Albuquerque (who has spent a bit of time in Kentucky and that area), I was sort of surprised that he gives a pretty good overview. One thing I would say is that the mountains are a lot more green and amazing than you would expect for a "stinkin Desert". Also, the nearly perfect climate here is one of the best kept secrets which always amazed my parents who were from Delaware and Texas. Good review... Lots of truth...
Hi! I'm from Georgia but thinking of moving to Albuquerque for the summer for the an internship. The one thing holding me back is the supposed huge crime rate. I'm a college-aged girl. Should I be concerned?
I would use good judgment and never go out at night by yourself. That can be anywhere really. Idk about violence on UNM's campus, but it is along Central. I would say campus is fine and when downtown or along the shops hearing a friend. Now this is based on how it was like 7 yrs ago. Things change and folks who live there now can shed a better picture of what it is like today.
@@natalieb607 Might be a bit of a culture shock at first, but if you can survive in Georgia then you'll be fine in Albuquerque. If you have any questions let me know! ✌🤠
I grew up in Albuquerque and your comments were very accurate to my knowledge. Casinos are plentiful too and a major employer. Summer days can get hot but it is usually much cooler in the evenings making it pleasant to gather outside with friends and family!
@@HershNoeie YES! You probably were not there long enough to develop the BOND with red and green chile that native New Mexicans and others have with New Mexican cuisine. I live in Minnesota and crave everyday certain restaurants and choosing “Christmas” (both red AND green chile) for my meals. I eat New Mexican food almost non-stop if I visit for a week. Thanks!
Great video man. I am from LA. I moved to ABQ chasing a girl back in '95. I stayed until '98. It didn't work out. You did a good job of explaining everything. I actually set up a job at the Sunport and got accepted to UNM. I was mostly in the NE. SE or below the Rio Grande was the tough parts. I played in a baseball league in the SE.It was an adjustment. I grew up at sea level and like you said, ABQ was elevation. It took a while. Anyway, good video and thanks for posting it.
As a lifelong New Mexican I'd say Breaking bad was pretty accurate of the city. And I prefer Green chile😄. And Santa fe is not far for quick day trips.
I've never been in usa and I've never heard the name "Albuquerque". But for about a week ago "Albuquerque" word was buzzing in my head all the time! Finally I gave in and googled about it, so hear I am!
Nice, well glad that you found our channel and video. I only heard of it when Bugs Bunny said it when I was a kid. I later found out that yes, it does exist.
Wow right off the bat I'm from Tacoma Wa born and raised but I live in southern il. for last 15yrs. A few years back drove rt.66 to Las Vegas and loved New Mexico. I loved the Blue Swallow Motel in Tucumcari...great sun rise and sets.
Great video. I was born and raised in Duke City 75-95 then off to Phoenix Az I went and been there for last 25 yrs. I moved back twice to Albuquerque in 2007-2009 then back to Phoenix I went. Then in 2015-2016 moved back to Albuquerque thinking it was time to go back home and that lasted 8 months and back to Phoenix again. Albuquerque is slowly developing and is stuck in the 90's coming from Phoenix as to last year and this year there is multiple 15 plus story buildings getting build also the tallest building in Phoenix is getting built downtown and that's 40 plus stories tall because the tallest now is 40 stories. There is about 80,000 people moving here yearly so its growing fast traffic hear sucks getting over crowded but we are spread out over miles and mile. But Holidays here is kinda a bummer because its not like Albuquerque with luminaries and decorations every where. I love going back to Albuquerque for the holidays. The heat in Phoenix is the opposite to every ones winter. To cold to go outdie and PHX is to hot to go outside. But our winters are the best 50-70 degree weather. Phoenix is 4 hour drive from Las Vegas and 5 hour drive from San Diego and Los Angeles and 3-4 hours from Rocky Point Mexico so if you wan to get away you can easy. Well Albuquerque is a great place and I recommend the Tram and Old Town a must when you go.
I don't think I could live in NM as I've always lived in the NW and enjoy the rain and trees lol! But I am definitely wanting to visit Albuquerque sometime, the history and culture (and food) is part of why since I am Hispanic. It seems fascinating so thanks for the info!
@@aubreydangelo7587 Yea Santa Fe does suck. Not to mention everything is over priced. I'm from Albuquerque but I was working on a project in santa fe. I would ask the locals what there was to do there and everyone I asked was go like to cheeks, go to cheeks, like everyone lol I was like damn really? Going to the strip club is the only thing to do here? Meow wolf is dope though. But I would never live in santa.
You forgot to mention hot air balloons and the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (October). You will see balloons in Abq. The Fiesta had to limit the number balloons, the sky was just to full with balloons. I think the Fiesta is limited to 700 hundred balloons now.
Yes, we would get them flying over our house in Rio Rancho. They were so close you can hear them. There is so much about ABQ that I left out that really makes it a unique place.
Moved here a few months back for a job and I'm already planning to stay here for a good while. Albuquerque has its problems but it has the perfect combo of low COL, weather, food and scenery for me. The city is slowly growing so it's the perfect size for me, not too big like LA and not too small like Colorado Springs.
Living in Puyallup and thinking about moving to NM. Thanks for the info, helpful for comparing things out there since we both have a PNW perspective. 👍🏾
Been living in ABQ for 3 years now. Transplanted from California. I love it here! By the way... when asked "green or red" I order"Christmas" which is both on one plate 👍
I think you did a good job describing my city, except for the bugs part. I have lived in Albq for over 40 years, and I have never seen a Child of the Earth (OMG - they look horrifying!), or a cluster of cockroaches (but there are plenty of solitary ones for sure). I also have only seen one very tiny scorpion out west of town in the desert. I think maybe you were describing centipedes. There are plenty of those.
@@justinTime077 A Vinegaroon is a large scorpion. I saw one in the mountains once. It was probably 3 or 4 inches long. Really scary, but presumably harmless. Still, I didn't want to get too close. I read that a Child of the Earth is a type of cricket.
We live in Vegas currently, thinking about ABQ. We like nature and don't really go to strip at all. If there is a TJ's, Sprouts, good Mexican Markets, then healthy food is doable. Not sure what work is available? Currently, security at dispensary. We will see. Also researching Reno, NV.
Interesting thing about "The Big I" - It's apparently the only big stack interchange in the entire state of New Mexico. Meanwhile if you visit Houston, TX, you may just drive through two or three much bigger versions of the same interchange in one trip.
Santa Fe is much greener than Albuquerque (all of our mountains are covered in trees!). Being 2,000 feet higher in elevation makes it rain more, so we aren’t in a desert like Albie is.
I’m in Albuquerque now., hands down the worst homeless pandemic I’ve ever seen. Very sad. A lot of homeless veterans also that are being failed by the VA. Drug addicts run rampant near gas stations talking to gas pumps. The mayor has failed this beautiful city.
Surely you know then that the homeless have been shipped here from Denver. by some tacit agreement between city leaders. It has never been as bad as it has been the last 3 years.
I thought you did a really good job with this video. Learned a couple new things. I lived there in Jr. HS and elementary. Thinking about returning, but worried about the crime. These always been something magical about NM.
Definitely visit. A few things started changing just as we were leaving NM. Innovate ABQ, the BRT line, a couple shipping container malls, and food halls. So if I were you I would check it out and see if it is a place you could see yourself.
I've lived in Graham, Tacoma, and now Seatac WA. I'm headed out to ABQ in August to see family and if I like it, I could potentially be moving in November. I've only been around greenery in the PNW so I'm just slightly worried the desert will try to take me out lol
Weather is great here in ABQ and it's a great retirement option but this NYC girl would love to move back home. Don't know whether I agree with you about nightlife. There aren't much options for older folks (don't like country music). No jazz club like the Blue Note or club where they might play Motown, 80s, or 90s music, comedy clubs, etc. Hard to find other types of cuisines other than NM for instance no good Cuban, etc. Not much into chili. Not a lot of career options but they are trying in spite of the old timers who don't want things to change, hello progress. They are building a huge Amazon fulfillment center and I agree with you on the zoo.
People quickly forget that the very people they call black/African American are the Aborigines of North, Central and South America as well they didn't come on a boat from Africa so when you travel as a indigenous man or woman who has been titled black you need to never feel uncomfortable and never feel as if you are alone because you are in your own god-given continent..........
Born and raised in Albuquerque nm i love Albuquerque my hometown but now I'm in kanas city kansas and now i see what you mean about tree's Albuquerque is open dry but anyway good looking every city has it's ups and downs there's alot of things to do Albuquerque there's cliffs amusement park, casinos, Zoo ,bio park, go see sharks sea fishes, just about anything you want to do in a city... Good video
Santa Fe is beautiful (hour north of Albuquerque). But there's a huge gap between the wealthy and the poor there. No one has any work ethic in Santa Fe, though-- crime is high, and cops are crooked/lazy. But... other than that Santa Fe is a gorgeous ungentrified small city where the weather (all 4 seasons) are mild and quite perfect.
I came from Texas to work with covid patients. My experience here matches your description exactly. Just yesterday, I was wondering why half of the roadway on Central is reserved for buses which aren't used by many people.
Thanks SO much for this great video. I hope your very happy in RR, which, besides Los Lunas and Silver City, is on my NM list if I can't build or buy my retirement dream house north of Long Island, where I'm from. What I especially appreciate that you give lots of straight talk about life there. I have no problem with 85 degree whether but much hotter than that will keep me indoors with the central air most of the time. And while the beauty of so many NM landscapes blows me away, I'm still mostly a simple homebody. I hope you won't mind much replying to these questions (some may seem a bit odd), but I'd surely expect better answers from an informed transplant rather than a real estate agent. So here we go: Assuming I couldn't find the one story 2500 sq ft home I want (small kitchen, very large living room, one bathroom, large master bedroom, partially finished basement, 12 ft vaulted or sloping ceilings in most rooms, minimal number and/or size of windows) in RR, how expensive for a 1/2 acre of land or elsewhere in Sandoval county within 20 miles of ABQ? And building costs?? Much less than, say, in IND, KY? And as I really live for my stuff, how likely would the building code prohibit my choice to put an electrified fence around my property to keep out snakes, scorpions and burglars? And speaking of electrification, how easy for could my land be connected to the municipal power grid? But no way would I rely on the municipal water supply. So what are my chances of obtaining steady and plentiful water for a single person household by drilling for it? My budget for the land, hiring a contractor AND independent building supervisor to insure the construction proceeds as per punch list is ~ $400K. What are my chances for total satisfaction? Is there at least one hospital in Sandoval County? And an accredited compounding pharmacy? ncpa.org/accreditation-for-compounding-pharmacies I know all of that's in ABQ and only about 15 miles away, though where I might be apt to getting mugged or my car stolen. Please feel free to ask questions or share any other opinions or advise. I need to get any relocation move I make in 2024 right the first time, so I can use all the info I can get. Stay well and I so hope you love RR!
I lived in Albuquerque it’s nice different not to many black people there I believe there is 3% black people. I love the state scenery mountains. The people there are nice very culture time. The cost of living in fair not expensive I’m disabled but you can live good there about 1500 a month and just have your credit score high at all times to really get that benefit to live good. I also stated in Rio Rancho for a couple months I like it there too the mountains and desert 🌵 is awesome.
What is amusing, is that how much trouble they have in regards to technology.... and Microsoft started there. They really dropped the ball in that arena lol.
If you are planning to visit or move to Albuquerque, don't. The crime is obscene and not friendly to tourists. No matter what part of town you are in, the whole city has been overrun with drugs, homeless, and gang activity.
ive lived here 20 years and ive never been robbed seen anyone get robbed or get my car stolen or witnessed it if youre in the nice part youll be fine no city is perfect
@@dustinrobertson995 the Tanoan area is a very nice area high upper rich area the La Cueva area is very nice low crime theres alot of nice areas by Cibola high school thats a nice neighborhood nice houses
Born in St.louis.. moved to Ca for about 3years for school and now in New Mexico ..its 50/50 I mind my own... the only word that gets me is the word Brother man being black, I'm only 28 makes me feel old..... i get it .. being polite. That's just me and I'm espanola at that north of Albuquerque.. Regardless its lade back. Crime is every where in the world so no biggie. But not bad at all
Brother you are nailing everything correct and you forgot to mention Rio Rancho was a place witness protection people lived Lol it’s funny. You also forgot to mention Breaking bad
@@HershNoeie But you did mention Breaking Bad. I've lived here since 2001. I just love all the sunshine. New Mexicans are friendly people. Never imagined I'd stay this long.
Mosquitos like crazy!!!! And if you're one of those people like myself that mosquitoes love you then omg! Also fleas and ticks 😦 my husband is from Albuquerque, I'm from California and moved to Nevada years ago and we don't have those here in the desert, I've never seen them or got bitten by any or seen them or pets.
Thanks so much for the video! Moving there mid March. Actually driving there from BK! Grew up in Queens and Brooklyn NY so do you think I’ll be shocked by the crime? Is it home burglaries? Car jacking? I guess I’ll find out! It seems like a good fit for me would be the Downtown area? Again- I really appreciate the information!
Most of the crime that happens is usually domestic, drugs, gangs, etc. There are some home break ins, but I think as long as you stay clear of those things you are fine. Usually downtown is okay, but there have been some instances in the past. Rio Rancho, which is where we have a house still, is probably the best bet. It is much safer and has all the same things that ABQ has. Yes you will have to deal with traffic, but it is a bit safer than ABQ.
@@Skylanders2006 moved here from Rochester NY in 2015. The crime is nothing like NY. For the most part, do not get angry while driving(you will get shot), do not give people a reason to hurt you, and you will be just fine. Generally no unprovoked violence, unlike many Rochester/Buffalo/Syracuse/Utica neighborhoods. I love it here, and never want to go back to NY. :)
Why can't you use air conditioners in Albuquerque? It seems like the climate is somewhat close to Phoenix and air conditioners work just fine here. I understand that a swamp cooler is cheaper to run but doesn't work in high humidity; Albuquerque isn't high humidity.
Hi, Patric. Refrigerated air works just fine here. Swamp coolers are very comfortable because they add humidity to the cool air. I have a swamp cooler and it is very comfortable.
You can use air conditioners, but swamp coolers are much more economical. I actually prefer the swamp coolers because I find refrigerated air to be too cold. But most people I know seem to like coming inside to icy temps and so air conditioners are becoming more and more popular.
Depending on what part of Albuquerque you go/live in, some parts are beautiful and a amazing place to be but we have a bad crime problem especially more towards the south valley
SuperSurvivor4 Id totally go for Phoenix if I were you. It has way more to do, is safer, more job opportunities, economically stable, and the schools are a lot better. The only thing Albuquerque has on Arizona is less heat and the charm
@@armandofajardo6685 You mean more in the warzone. I live in the south valley and nothing ever happens anymore. Maybe like in the 90s or 00 but not anymore.
New Mexico summed up: Too much crime. Too many drug addicts. Not enough fun for younger people so they turn to crime and drugs. Economy sucks. The “diversity” isnt diverse here. Its like Denver, just more sunny and less prosperous. Pros: Beautiful. People are cool(sometimes) Casinos are dope. In short? There are a million better places than Albuquerque. Id say look into them before considering new mexico. Santa fe is dope but over priced for the “amenities” they offer. Albuquerque is priced bad for the “economy” they dont offer.
Hi, I moved from Dallas to El Paso in 2021, and not really happy here for many reasons. Anyway, we are now thinking about relocating to ABQ. My question is- how did you find the healthcare to be there. El Paso is limited in physicians and certain specialist, did you or your family struggle with this issue when you were living there? We still have to travel back to Dallas to see a few of our Dr. because we can not find replacements here in El Paso.
When we lived there getting a doctor wasn't a problem. We lived in Rio Rancho which is next door to ABQ. Still the kids had a doctor in ABQ and we never had a problem. That was about 10 years ago, so I am not sure about now.
Thank you for sharing your experience in "Burque" we have such a unique Hispanic/ Native American culture.. With our Santos, Retablos our faith the international balloon capital of the world. Unfortunately we are a state of killing a child in the womb up to delivery day...not proud of that.. At All..... I'm a native New Mexican born and raised. I love my state.. GOD IS GOOD
You forgot to tell ppl how the summers totally suck in abq. The sun is way too strong n close. It's never cloudy and the sun feels like its 2,3 feet away from you. You will get sun burnt in 15 minutes flat. Like a lobster. Elevation is too high and the cases of skin cancer from the ridiculously close/strong sun is way high too. Stay inside in the summer if u are fair skinned. ! No places that are good n close to swim in the summer either. I moved to abq from n.j. and in Abq, compared to N.J. the summers totally suck.! Summers are soooooo fun in N.J. not abq. Tingley beach, u cannot swim in and dont eat the polluted fish either. Ew..... basically living in the desert here gets old real fast. The food is great tho.
Moved here from the pa jersey area too. I desperately miss the summer back there. I even miss humidity. Don't forget there's almost no parks or anywhere that has shade. You have to drive an hour into the mountains for trees. No rain, just hot dry sun and windy dust storms.
The summer sun is brutal, but if you just step into the shade, you are out of it, unlike humidity that you can't escape from. And that intense sun really helps to make the winters quite pleasant too.
Our education system is ranked last in the country. Albuquerque Public Schools is an absolute joke and is stuck in the 90s. I learned algebra in 6th grade in Pennsylvania then moved and wasnt taught it again until 10th grade.
Pretty nice review, thank you. I live in ABQ, NM & much of what you described is very close to the way it is. I am about to move to Scottsdale. The reason - crime. ABQ, has become much more dangerous than ever before. Crime per capita has always been high here, but decades of poor decisions by elected officials have stunted ABQ’S growth opportunities, and allowed more crime to flourish with less penalties. The school system is and has been deplorable. I sent my kids to Private school. I am going to buy tons of chile before I move 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼 and freeze it, to drive to AZ & use as needed. Definitely am addicted to both red, on my enchiladas, and green on my juevos. That taste is only in NM. There is very little nightlife for the mid 50’s crowd. CoVid of course will change that everywhere too! But prior, nope, 15 years ago there were some cool places to listen to music etc., but long gone. If you like to rock climb, you will love it. Ski, if Sandia doesnt open, then Santa Fe mountain is about 75 minutes away. Or Taos mountain. All world class skiing. The beauty of the City will always be with me, the Mountain is truly breathtaking! But I want to be safe and have good healthcare available too. I want a more progressive environment that encourages growth and after 30 years in ABQ, it’s just not happening here. Wishing you all the best!!
Lmao you'll know what happens after the 3 second rule 😂😂 I'm born and raised in Burque and that's a common rule amongst the people. Plus if I give you the cholo nod you best give it back in return.
I would choose NC if it is in one of the bigger cities. NM does have high crime for its size and the economy is pretty weak compared to neighboring states.
ITACHI UCHIHA bro it’s full of tweakers. We are stuck in the 505. I’m here in Los Lunas, south of abq. Crime, broken roads, get a heatstroke one day and frostbite the next, drugs. We are stuck in this damn state
I come from a humid climate next to beautiful oceans 🌊… I need to win the lottery so I can go back to that place.. I can’t stand the bipolar weather and the rudeness of the people in the land of entrapment 😮
I visited Albuquerque in the early 2000"s. Really beautiful place. Love the desert/mountain scenery. Coming from the west coast, I would consider it as a relocation option.
Hello i live in Albuquerque since Feb 8th 2024 Rio rancho is a lovely neighborhood im ready to head back to arizona or Southern California where im originally from Im 56 im a woman and my Native friend suggested we come here for work i absolutely cant take it lol What is their to do for entertainment? I dont drink i dont smoke and why are their so many Dispensaries all over the place thats insane ive never seen that in my life Great video though take care
Yeah when I lived in ABQ weed wasn't legal and it was just medical. There was not much to do other than casinos and clubs. Now you at least have some indoor amusement, Top Golg, and indoor interactive installations. When I lived there, non of that was there.
Im native new mexican. Abq is ok. Its more retirement town. The city has a huge crime and a huge homeless issue. I mean growing up i only seen the homeless downtown. Now they are everywhere even in nice areas of town. All over I40 and I25 off ramps and street corners. The city got so bad. Like everything closes at 9pm. Even walmart chases everyone out at 8:45pm 😂😂 NM is basically more of a tourist state. Great to visit but not to live. If you got money i guess it ok. Just schools are not so great and health professionals are hard to come by. Alot of nurses but few doctors. There alot outsiders moving in. Driving up costs. So abq is not so appealing after a while. It just gets old. The new stations love it here. It depressing news everyday.
Hello Sir. I just came across this video. I do not know if you'll respond due to your schedule but here it goes: I have about 10-12 years left of teaching here in The Bronx and became intrigued with the ABQ area for retirement. I would like to know your take regarding retiring out there in one's early-60s. Just to give you perspective regarding culture shock, I have lived/worked in Japan for two years and I went to uni down in the south (NC) so I do not think I am the typical American who has not been exposed to different cultures. And although I live in the "concrete jungle" for most of my life I do love smaller cities and outdoor activities. I would love to hear your take regarding retiring in ABQ (mostly the outskirts such as Rio Rancho or similar).
Well you would do amazing. Many folks retire in ABQ. Loads of sun and rarely is the weather bad. With that said there is a different cultural feel there that is New Mexican. Also of course Mexican culture and Native Tribes as well. It is a fun place to enjoy all the differences. Outdoors there are a ton of things to do. Sandia Mtn is great for hiking (side facing ABQ) and skiing (side facing away from ABQ). The zoo is amazing, aquarium is small but nice, decent parks, and lots to explore. As long as you don't mind the heat, elevation unique bugs, then your fine. There is crime. But its everywhere. Just be careful.
@@HershNoeie I keep hearing about the crime issue, but that is said about the Bronx and I have not personally experienced crime here but I definitely kow it exists. I hear that property break-ins and auto theft is high, so if I go away for a few weeks will my property be at risk? This is what I want to know about. I am trying to get a better perspective of this especially in Rio Rancho where I think it's the place that you stated where you lived. Thanks for the quick reply.
It really depends on where you live in ABQ. Rio Rancho is pretty safe. At least when I lived there. Never had an issue or even hear a speeding car. So if you choose RR your good based on what I knew some 7 yrs ago.
Hmmm, it's interesting that you think the typical American has not been exposed to different cultures. I would argue that if you're an American who has lived in any major American city, you've been exposed to more cultures than the average person in most countries around the world.
Red eyed people begging for change at circle k. Everybody named baca. No one can say "button", people are orange with yellow hands and feet, men like to sneeze loudly and over animated and in the direction of the nearest person.
Born and raised in Albuquerque, the ~505~ lmao. Anywho, I currently live in Los Angeles but obviously moved away from a reason. I love my home, it just got too small for me. I can be a server (food) here and make good money from one serving job (yes, I know LA is expensive- I pay 2x-3x more in rent here than in Abq) but I could NEVER make that money back home with just ONE serving job. The nightlife WAS decently good right when I turned 21 but then most of those places shut down. The only "happening" club is a gay club DT lol, I'm gay myself so I don't mind but don't bring ur insecure boyfriends that complain gay guys are hitting on them, to a gay club lol. I DO miss the seasons (LA is constant spring/summer). Albuquerque has SO much potential but as you said...still lagging behind. Yes we're crazy about our green chili (and not that goopy stuff with beans and hamburger meat- REAL chili lmao). At one point, the McDonald's had green chili on their dollar burgers too. Theres a lot I ran away from like drunks on the street (yes, you can definitely find that here in LA), and this culture that relies on having tons of babies from 10x dads sucking off welfare. I just didn't find the opportunity (or excitement) I wanted as a young person so I packed and moved to Phoenix then Los Angeles. Will I move back? Eventually but not anytime soon. I've grown accustomed to the big city and the chaos that ensues.
I just started at the university of Phoenix and they just opened a branch in Albuquerque. Thinking of moving there. Because I live in Raton. And its super tiny here.
Johnny Encinias Financial Freedom Is say stay in Raton as Albuquerque is a really bad place to live. It’s depressing and violent and is a place you go to be scared at night
@@silentbug6980 It's not bad what are you talking about? It's not depressing and if you stay outta the bad neighborhoods it's not violent either. I don't know what area that you live in but I'm never scared to go out at night 😂. Maybe if I lived in the warzone or something. But I go out a lot down town on the weekends and I'm never scared. Why are you trying to scare this guy lol?
Great question. Depends on your needs and what you like to do. I would choose Indy over ABQ just because it has pro sports teams and a much more vibrant economy.
@@HershNoeie. That's what I told my old lady. Being from Northern California I like Albuquerque's climate, was just wondering about activities in NM. How bad is the snow Indianapolis? Thanks for the videos they were right on time. If nobody else appreciate you I do.!!!
Snow can get bad in Indy. Like one min it is light snow, and then a couple hours later leaving work, and the snow it touching the bottom of your car. It can get bad there, but not something that is crazy to worry about.
@@HershNoeie Abq got a pro soccer team in 2018. New Mexico United. It has gotten a lot of support and is getting big. They will build a sports stadium for them soon. You didn't mention the cost of living. I think it is more affordable in Abq than in many places. I live two hours away in Las Vegas, NM. I was born in Abq. I have lived in LV for 46 years. My son lived in Abq for around ten years before returning to LV. The "crime problem" is blown out of proportion. It is a lot of crime on crime. Gangs fighting each other. We have great weather and food. We also have lots of fresh air. Life is what you make of it. There is plenty of opportunity for a good life in NM. Especially for retirees.
